Overcoming and curing fears and phobias with Hypnotherapy - Fleur’s story of shedding her Ophidiophobia

Hypnotherapy has an excellent track record of helping individuals overcome their particular fears and phobias. This is just one particularly effective case study. Not everybody responds so instantly or is 'cured' so quickly. But in this case of overcoming a deep-seated and long-term fear of snakes, the results were particularly effective and swift.

The fear of snakes (Ophidiophobia) can be very real. But it can be cured with hypnotherapy. For some, snakes are fascinating symbols of wisdom and transformation. For others, snakes can be the stuff of nightmares—cue dramatic music and a sprint in the opposite direction. Fleur, a wonderfully articulate artist, mother, and grandmother, fell firmly into the second camp.

Fleur's story leading to her fear of snakes

Years spent living in Africa left her with a massive phobia of snakes. Back in England, where snakes are practically mythical creatures, the mere word “snake” still triggered flashing mental alarms screaming Danger! She couldn’t read stories that mentioned them, avoided films like Harry Potter, and even struggled with her Kundalini yoga practice, where the symbolic cobra rising through the spine became an impossible image to embrace.

About to train as a yoga teacher, how could Fleur overcome her snake phobia?

Hypnotherapy to overcome Fleur's Ophidiophobia

Fleur came to see us determined to find relief. Of course, her extraordinary life story was captivating—travelling alone at age four, carrying responsibility for her younger brother, living with dyslexia and later helping others overcome it. Truly, she had shed more “skins” than any snake ever could. But beneath all that resilience, the fear of snakes still held her hostage.

That’s where hypnosis for fear of snakes came in. No magic wands or Harry Potter spells, just the science and art of hypnotherapy. In a relaxed, trance‑like state, Fleur’s subconscious was gently guided to reframe its response. Instead of panic, her nervous system learned calm curiosity.

The Transformation

Here’s the remarkable part:

one session was all it took.

By the end, Fleur was beaming with relief, joy, and even excitement. She couldn’t stop talking about snakes—sharing her breakthrough with anyone who would listen. Imagine that: from avoiding the word entirely to making it her new favourite conversation starter.

We had scheduled a second session “just in case,” but her snake phobia had slithered away for good. Instead, we used that time to focus on deeper emotional healing—addressing family trauma, strengthening resilience, and preparing her body to welcome the rising energy of yoga with confidence and ease.

Beyond the Fear

What Fleur discovered is something many clients experience: hypnotherapy for phobia doesn’t just remove the fear, it creates space for growth. Once the subconscious learns a new pattern, the ripple effects touch other areas of life—calmness, confidence, and emotional relief.

She left the practice with a skip in her step, lighter and freer than when she arrived. Just like that, one of her biggest obstacles was gone.

Final Thoughts

Fleur’s story is a powerful reminder that phobias don’t have to define us. Whether it’s snakes, spiders, or public speaking, hypnosis for phobia can help you shed old fears and step into a calmer, more confident future.

And if you’ve ever mistaken a garden hose for a cobra, maybe it’s time to laugh at that reaction—and consider how hypnotherapy could help you too.